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REGISTER FOR THE POWER UP SUMMIT

SEPTEMBER 20 - 21, 2023

The Idaho Out-of-School Network’s 10th Annual Power Up Summit is Idaho’s only conference dedicated solely to professionals working in out-of-school time to celebrate heroes, connect with people serving youth, and empower and energize your work statewide.

  • Program Highlights = STEM Expo / Cocktail Reception
  • Break-Out Sessions Highlights = Youth Advocacy / Family Engagement / Social-Emotional Learning / Coding with Kids / Podcasting / Wildfire Education / More!
  • Keynote Presenters = Eric Rowles, CEO of Leading to Change / Dr. Sonia R. Galaviz, Educator
  • Emcees = ION Steering Committee’s Jennifer Redford / Local KTVB7 News’ Mark Johnson

The STEM Expo showcases some of Idaho’s best STEM programs. Conference participants will spend 1.5 hours interacting with these programs in fun, walk-up, hands-on activities, and leave with an appreciation for the impact and importance of STEM learning for Idaho’s youth.

CELEBRATE THE 2022 LIGHTS ON AFTERSCHOOL CHAMPIONS

AT THE POWER UP SUMMIT ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Please join us in recognizing the 2022 Lights On Afterschool Champions for their outstanding contributions to youth programs in Idaho at the Idaho Out-of-School Network Power Up Summit! Lights On Afterschool is celebrated nationwide to call attention to the importance of afterschool programs for America's children, families, and communities. Your programs make a difference every day. You keep kids safe, inspire them to learn, and help working families.

The nominations for the 2022 Lights On Afterschool Champions were more competitive than ever before. Past year’s nominations have included mayors, school district representatives, educators, and various program providers for their contributions to afterschool programs. Idaho’s afterschool providers nominated people from all over the state. These eight outstanding individuals were selected for going above and beyond the call of duty in their support of youth programs in 2022!

HOST AN EVENT FOR THE 24TH ANNUAL LIGHTS ON AFTERSCHOOL DAY

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Join more than 8,000 communities and 1 million Americans in celebrating afterschool programs for this year’s Lights on Afterschool! This nationwide event, organized by the Afterschool Alliance, calls attention to the importance of afterschool programs and the resources required to keep the lights on and the doors open. The Idaho Out-of-School Network is proud to be a Lights on Afterschool partner.

We encourage you to hold a Lights on Afterschool celebration to showcase the great things happening in your program, and help call attention to this important issue. All who register to be part of Lights on Afterschool will receive free posters and planning tips, and events will be promoted to the media and the public.

Everything you need to plan a successful event, from case studies to sample materials, is available in the Lights on Afterschool Planning Kit. Lights On Afterschool is a project of the Afterschool Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to afterschool programs.

UPCOMING STEM TRAININGS THIS FALL

TEACH STEM CONCEPTS WITH TMC LABS

Learn how to use Think Make Create (TMC) Labs to teach STEM concepts through fun, hands-on, activities. Each lab is a mobile makerspace with a robust K-8 curriculum aligned to Idaho science standards and the materials to complete each activity.

Labs are available to educators to use in their classrooms, afterschool programs, summer camps, community events, and more at little or no cost! Join us for one of these FREE 5-hour trainings, including lunch!

  • October 17 in Boise
  • October 20 in Idaho Falls
  • October 27 in Grangeville
  • November 20 in Coeur d’Alene

More trainings will be scheduled this Winter. We hope to see you for one of these trainings in your community soon! Don't see a training date that works for you?  Do you have a group that is interested in getting trained on TMC Labs?  We will come to you!

Welcome to the Idaho Out-of-School Network Idaho Building Blocks for Quality Video Series! In these videos, we delve into the essential elements of creating an impactful and purposeful out-of-school program. From defining clear goals and objectives to designing engaging activities and fostering positive relationships, these videos equip program coordinators, educators, and youth leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to craft high-quality programs that empower and inspire young minds. Join us as we explore effective strategies, practical tips, and real-life examples that will elevate your afterschool program to new heights of excellence. Get ready to build a strong foundation for success!

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